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The Building
Dakota Lofts is a beautiful and harmonious
blend of old and new, historic and modern design. The adaptive
reuse of the existing architecture allows
remnants
of
the
industrial age to mix with urban residential style. Exposed
brick and concrete instill an appreciation for the magnificence of
this building’s history. Its proximity to light rail, restaurants,
merchants, and cultural institutions make Dakota Lofts an ideal place
for those with active urban lifestyles.
The History
Dakota was originally constructed in 1923 by the N.O. Nelson Manufacturing
Company, which made heating and plumbing supplies. Local architects Scott
and Welch utilized the concrete structural system of this industrial
building to create an attractive design. The exposed concrete members
form a grid
pattern on the exterior of the building. On the main façade, the
vertical concrete supports also function as ornamental pilasters adorned
with geometric tile details at the top. In 1998 the building was converted
to condominiums. The pitch-roofed penthouses, the steel structure and
glass framed balconies were added in the renovation providing spectacular
views
of the city to the residents.
-from the historic plaque placed in front
of the building
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